When the City of Torrance, California decided it was time for a facelift to a section of Cravens Avenue in the historic downtown area, it was much more than a simple repaving project. The area, affectionately known as “Old Torrance,” was designed in 1912 by Frederick Law Olmsted, Jr., making the street over 100 years old. There were also significant sidewalk issues that presented safety hazards, so it was time for a major refresh. The city’s vision was to create an “inviting and more unified pedestrian atmosphere” along the section of Cravens between Torrance Boulevard and Carson Street —while bringing the area into compliance with current Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) standards.

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